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Indian Kids to be the Flag bearers at FIFA World Cup
Lady luck smiled on two kids
from Delhi city on Sunday as they earned themselves tickets to the upcoming
football World Cup after being chosen as 'Adidas FIFA flag bearers' for the
mega event in Brazil.
In the
presence of cricketer Kevin Petersen, who is a brand ambassador of the
sportswear giant, Mihir Batra from St. Columba's School and Jasen Moses of
Mother's International School, were selected out of 500 kids from the city, and
they will be flying to Sao Paulo for a pre-quarterfinal match on July 1.
Six
children, four to be selected from other cities, will head to Sao Paulo to see
a round of 16 match at the Mecca of football.
About
the initiative, Petersen said: "Going to Brazil for a FIFA World Cup has
to be the most incredible experience for any football fan and I am glad these
kids are getting a shot to make their dream a reality. The atmosphere here is
brilliant and this is a great initiative from Adidas to provide such an
opportunity to these young fans."
Tushar
Goculdas, brand director, adidas India, added, "The Adidas FIFA Fair play
Flag Bearers Program is the most exciting opportunity for young football fans
in the country- bringing them close to the action on the pitch and the players
they love."
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